“This time last year Spokane Public Library thought 2014 would be a grim year. Dwindling funds meant they would likely have to close at least one branch and reduce hours even more. However, a levy passed last February not only ensures all the branches will stay open, but for the first time in eight years the Indian Trail, East Side and Hillyard branches will be open five days a week.c“Budget has been difficult,” said Eva Silverstone, Communications Manager for Spokane Public Library. The city libraries have been struggling for years. In 2005, hours at the Indian Trail, East Side and Hillyard branches were slashed to only 16 hours a week. After public outcry, the hours at those locations were increased to 22 hours a week. Less than half the operational hours at the Downtown, Shadle and South Hill branches.” (via West Spokane News)

January 3, 2014Comments Off on Spokane Public Library extends hoursBudgets, Spokane